Hartford, Connecticut Pedestrian Accidents Lawyer
Have you been injured in a pedestrian accident? Contact The Law Office Of Michael L. Chambers, Jr. today.
When a motor vehicle collides with a pedestrian on or near a roadway in Hartford, the pedestrian can suffer debilitating—and sometimes deadly—personal injuries. This is especially true if a vehicle knocks the pedestrian to the ground. Unlike the drivers and occupants of motor vehicles, pedestrians do not have an outer covering or shell that surrounds them at the time of their accident. They are directly exposed to their surrounding environments, not to mention the ground, if and when a motor vehicle knocks them over.
If you or a person you love has suffered an injury in a pedestrian accident that a negligent driver caused, you have legal options open to you. Hartford pedestrian accident lawyer Michael L. Chambers, Jr., can let you know what those options are and will work hard to help you recover the compensation that you deserve for your injuries. Please call today to discover more about how we could help you pursue a personal injury claim or lawsuit arising from your pedestrian accident.
What You Should Know
Common Incident Types
Crosswalk impacts (driver fails to yield)
Left-turn or right-on-red strikes
Parking-lot & driveway back-ups
Bus stop / school-zone incidents
Shoulder/roadside “brush” impacts
Nighttime/low-visibility collisions
Hit-and-run pedestrian crashes
Common Causes
Speeding & failure to yield at crossings
Distracted driving (phone/GPS)
Impaired or drowsy driving
Poor lighting / visibility / weather
Rolling right-on-red without stopping
Backing without checking mirrors/cameras
Damages We Pursue
Medical bills & future care: ER, imaging, surgery, PT, assistive devices
Lost income & loss of earning capacity
Non-economic: pain, suffering, scarring, PTSD, loss of enjoyment
Wrongful death (when applicable)
Punitive damages for reckless conduct
What to Do After Accident
1
Get medical care first
Even if injuries feel “minor,” document symptoms and follow treatment. Consistent care protects your health and your claim.
2
Call 911 and make a report
Ask police to document the scene and identify the driver. Request incident and EMS run numbers.
3
Preserve evidence
Keep your damaged shoes/clothing, take photos of the scene & injuries, and note nearby cameras (stores, buses, homes). We’ll request footage immediately.
4
Be careful with insurers
Don’t give a recorded statement or sign medical authorizations. Send adjusters to us.
5
Call our office
We coordinate treatment, secure video/witnesses, reconstruct the crash, and push for maximum compensation.
When do you need a pedestrian accident lawyer in Hartford?
Right away. Video from storefronts, buses, and doorbells can overwrite in days. We act quickly to preserve footage, contact witnesses, and handle the insurer—so your focus stays on recovery. If the driver fled or is uninsured, we can pursue UM/UIM or other coverage.
Crosswalk Collisions
Drivers must yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks. We prove visibility and driver line-of-sight using maps, lighting data, and video.
Left-Turn Impacts
Left-turning vehicles often cut across pedestrians who have the walk signal. Timing diagrams and signal phasing help us demonstrate fault.
Right-on-Red Strikes
Rolling stops and quick glances miss pedestrians. We secure camera footage to show the driver never fully stopped.
Parking-Lot/Driveway Back-ups
Low-speed doesn’t mean low harm. Back-up cameras aren’t a defense when drivers fail to look and listen.
Bus Stop & School-Zone Incidents
Special rules apply around buses and school zones. We move fast to request agency and transit video before it’s overwritten.
Hit-and-Run Cases
We work with police, canvass cameras, and pursue UM/UIM or other coverage when a driver can’t be identified.
Important initial advice
Get medical care and follow doctor’s orders
Keep photos of injuries & damaged items
Track symptoms, time off work, and mileage
Don’t post about the crash on social media
Gathering evidence
Most CT injury claims: generally 2 years
Municipal/State defendants can require early notice (as soon as 90 days)
Call ASAP so we can preserve evidence and protect your deadlines
Deadlines
Police report & 911 audio
Storefront/traffic/DOT/bus camera footage
Eyewitness contact info & statements
Scene measurements and vehicle data
